Financial Strategies for Transitioning from Salaried to Solo
7 Financial Strategies for Transitioning from Salaried to SoloA 40s something woman was talking to me the other day about her growing sense of frustration with working for someone else and her longing to do my own thing, drive my own wagon. But, she said with consternation, I have family counting ... more...

How to Maximize Your Home Business Tax Deductions for 2005
Someone once said, the best way to calculate your taxes isHonestly. For 2005, add Smartly to that and youll get to keep more than you make. This April 15th is going to be the day of reckoning for every taxpayer. If you are smart enough with your accounting and keep your eyes and ears open, this ... more...

Where Does Your Real Estate Commission Fee Go - Why is The Commission so HIGH?
Many who have bought and sold properties through Realtors numerous times; even many real estate agents themselves, don't know where the commission money goes. After all, when a property sells for hundreds of thousands of dollars and the commission is tens of thousands of dollars, it seems like ... more...

115 Ways To Earn Money With Your Computer
Here is a list of ideas for your reference if you want to use your own PC to earn income. 1. Provide computer-based office management services for attorneys 2. Do word processing 3. Do medical billing for doctors 4. Do automated telemarketing 5. Manage a church 6. Start a computer user's group 7. ... more...

The Zero Down 80/20 Mortgage
This is an excellent loan for those that are lacking the down payment required for other types of mortgages.The 80 20 mortgage is simply two loans for 100% of the purchase price. It is a first mortgage at 80% of the purchase price with a 20% second mortgage.If you are a conforming borrower, doing ... more...

What Financial Services Do Credit Unions Offer?
If youre looking for financial services, you may want to consider checking out what your credit union has to offer. Many credit unions today offer more than just a checking and savings account, theyve expanded into upgraded financial services tailored to meet many needs.Credit unions are ... more...

What a Commercial Mortgage Broker Must Do at Closing
Your role in this process is that of a bridegroom at a wedding: stay out of the way, be on time, and keep your mouth shut. Tom C. Korologos, U.S. Ambassador to Belgium, describing the advice he gives to presidential nominees. Quoted in the New York Times, September 4, 2005.A commercial mortgage ... more...

Credit after Bankruptcy - Getting Approved for a Mortgage
After a recent or past bankruptcy, most people want to get on the path toward establishing good credit. To accomplish this goal, some choose to purchase a home. While a new home purchase is a good way to rebuild credit and increase your credit score, purchasing a home after a recent ... more...

How Not To Be Ripped Off By Mortgage Brokers
One of the things that bothers me about the mortgage industry is the number of unscrupulous brokers that operate in this market.Talk about giving the industry a bad name!I worked for a mortgage lender until quite recently and I used to be shocked at the fees that brokers charged their clients. I ... more...